Mamadou Diabate was born in Kita, a Malian city of the Manding people of West Africa. Inspired by his father Djelimory,  well known for playing the kora, the jeli’s venerable 21-string harp, Mamadou  followed in his fathers footstep and began his journey as a kora player, travelling his region sharing his gift at numerous events.

Now years later Mamadou is a New york based and a Grammy award winner for the 2010 Best Traditional World Music Album. Mamadou has delved into uncharted waters, jamming with all manner of expert musicians, including jazz luminaries Donald Byrd and Randy Weston, Zimbabwean legend Thomas Mapfumo, and blues master Eric Bibb and Guy Davis. Mamadou’s has also recorded with accredited artists such as Irish soloist Susan McKeown, jazz bassist Ben Allison, and legendary Angelique Kidjo.

Congratulations on Mamadou Diabete and here is Mamadou’s artistry showcase: Mamadou Diabate: Koraboloba